Do Your Homework - Decide what feeling
you want your celebration to have, and what style of gala
entertainment music is appropriate Knowing your preferences
will help you find your musical match.
Cast Your Net - Once you've secured the
date and location for your event, get on the phone and
learn as much as you can from each gala entertainment
bandleader who passes your initial screening. The professional
you ultimately choose will be accountable for the success
of your party.
Who to ask, where to look - Friends and
relatives with tastes and means similar to yours may recommend
a gala entertainment band they've seen or hired themselves.
Party professionals, like consultants and caterers, have
their own favorites as well.
Learn and Listen - Make appointments with
your leading gala entertainment contenders to get an idea
of the chemistry between you and them, and to further
assess their ability to meet your requirements. A bandleader's
presentation may include song lists, photos, testimonials,
demo tapes and other credentials.
Make Your Decision - Hire the gala entertainment
bandleader who you feel is the most professional and suitable
to your tastes: the one who has addressed all your concerns
to your satisfaction; the one whose product seems to be
commensurate with his or her fee; the one with the experience
and expertise to create musical magic at your party. Don't
delay!
Contracts - When a verbal agreement has
been reached, a contract will be prepared. A gala entertainment
services contract should be straight forward and cover
starting and ending times, number of musicians, location
of engagement and financial terms.